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  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    4 May 2026 at 11:59am

  • Date listed

    24 March 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subjects

Geography, Humanities

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

M1 – UPS3 (£32,916 - £51,048) With TLR1B £12,522

Faculty Leader of Humanities job summary

  • Faculty Leader of Humanities
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • M1 – UPS3 (£32,916 - £51,048)
  • With TLR1B £12,522
  • To start Sept 2026

Are you ready to lead, inspire and make a lasting difference? Oasis Academy Oldham is seeking an outstanding Faculty Leader of Humanities to play a pivotal role in our next chapter of transformation.

We are a forward-thinking, dynamic and supportive academy, proudly rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with ambition running through everything we do. Our students enjoy rich, inspiring experiences that rival those of many other schools, our outcomes are on a strong upward trajectory, and our stunning £30 million state-of-the-art building sits at the heart of the local community.

Our expectations are high, and so are our aspirations for both students and staff. We are looking for a talented and passionate leader who will shape an exceptional Humanities curriculum, inspire colleagues, and develop confident, respectful learners who strive for excellence.

Why Join Oasis Academy Oldham?

This is a school where talent is nurtured, ambition is encouraged and success is celebrated. Professional development is a priority, and staff wellbeing is genuinely valued, supported by a robust package of care and guidance. You will be joining a warm, collegiate culture led by a supportive and aspirational Senior Leadership Team.

Located in Oldham with excellent transport links to Manchester and easy access to the M60, the academy is readily accessible from across Greater Manchester and beyond.

We Are Looking for a Leader Who Will:

  • Inspire, engage and challenge students to achieve exceptional outcomes
  • Motivate and empower colleagues through strong, visible leadership
  • Play a key role in the next phase of the academy’s improvement journey
  • Champion high-quality provision and inclusive opportunities for every learner
  • Bring passion, collaboration and a commitment to making a difference for students and the wider community

In Return, We Offer:

  • A highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous pension, car scheme, cycle to work scheme and comprehensive wellbeing support
  • Outstanding professional development opportunities, locally, regionally and nationally
  • The chance to be part of a nationally respected trust with a proven track record of raising outcomes and transforming communities
  • Clear pathways for career progression and leadership development
  • A positive, encouraging environment where staff are valued as individuals

If you are excited by the opportunity to build on our success and help drive Oasis Academy Oldham towards becoming an outstanding academy, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The Principal warmly welcomes informal conversations, either by telephone or through a visit to the academy.

Closing date for applications is: 12:59pm on 4th May 2026

Interviews will be held shortly after.

Please note: Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies. We work strictly with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and any CVs submitted outside of this agreement will not be liable to an introduction fee.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Oasis Academy Oldham

School type
Academies, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1411 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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School location

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